The nurse is caring for a client on a mental health unit who is yelling at other clients and some of the staff. Which verbal intervention by the nurse is most consistent with the concept of advocacy?

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A)The nurse's role is to advocate for the rights of the individual with mental illness or disability. The nurse should validate the meaning of the behavior and encourage safe coping methods. Disparaging the client or threatening to restrain them or sedate them is inconsistent with client rights.
B)The nurse's role is to advocate for the rights of the individual with mental illness or disability. The nurse should validate the meaning of the behavior and encourage safe coping methods. Disparaging the client or threatening to restrain them or sedate them is inconsistent with client rights.
C)The nurse's role is to advocate for the rights of the individual with mental illness or disability. The nurse should validate the meaning of the behavior and encourage safe coping methods. Disparaging the client or threatening to restrain them or sedate them is inconsistent with client rights.
D)The nurse's role is to advocate for the rights of the individual with mental illness or disability. The nurse should validate the meaning of the behavior and encourage safe coping methods. Disparaging the client or threatening to restrain them or sedate them is inconsistent with client rights.

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